ED Tech II- Kershaw- Full-Time

Medical University of South Carolina • Camden, NJ

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About The Position

The Emergency Department Technician II reports to the Nurse Manager and works under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role performs multi-skilled activities to support a decentralized, patient-centered approach to care and achieve desired patient outcomes. The position is based in the Emergency Department and may involve irregular hours, stressful conditions, rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Within six months of hire, the employee must complete online course modules, phlebotomy training and skills validation for basic and advanced skills, EKG training, and Emergency Department-specific training and competency demonstrations. A score of at least 80% on each test within two attempts is required. Failure to complete the required training or comply with MUHA policies may result in separation or disciplinary action, including termination.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least one year of patient-care experience in a healthcare environment or certification as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association; the additional qualifications state that BLS is required within two weeks of hire.
• Within six months of hire, pass required online modules, phlebotomy training and skills validation for basic and advanced skills, and EKG training, achieving at least 80% on each test within two attempts.
• Complete Emergency Department unit-specific training and competency demonstration within the first six months of employment.
• Provide a copy of an academic degree or transcript; required for Emergency Department positions.
• Ability to work irregular hours under stressful conditions, rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.
• Ability to perform the listed physical activities, including standing, sitting, walking, lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds unassisted, and exerting up to 50 pounds of force.
• Ability to meet the stated vision, hearing, tactile, and other sensory requirements and to work in a latex-safe environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience as a Patient Care Technician, nursing assistant, or nursing student enrolled in an accredited institution who has completed an Adult Medical/Surgical course with hands-on clinical experience.
• Qualifying experience or background described for the role includes one year in a 0.6 FTE Emergency Department Technician I position at MUSC; work as a Certified Nursing Assistant, EMT, CMA, Paramedic, or Certified Phlebotomy Technician; a military medical occupation; one year of inpatient hospital experience; a college degree; active enrollment in nursing school with Nursing Fundamentals completed at an accredited institution; or active enrollment in an accredited healthcare-related program.

Responsibilities

• Perform multi-skilled activities supporting patient care under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Support a decentralized, patient-centered approach to care and help achieve desired outcomes.
• Complete required online modules, phlebotomy training and skills validation, EKG training, and Emergency Department-specific training and competency demonstrations within six months of hire.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED